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Rated: E · Article · Sports · #2221203
A tribute to Don Shula
As all of you know by now, the winningness coach in National Football League's history has passed away at age 90.

Don Shula passed away yesterday in Indian Creek, Florida.

Shula was born on January 4, 1930 in Grand River, Ohio.

After a career as a defensive back in the NFL, Shula started his coaching in the late 60s' with the Baltimore Colts.

He then went to Miami in 1970 and coached the Dolphins for 25 years.

Within the 25 years, Shula's Dolphins won two Superbowl titles, including a perfect season in 1972.

Shula holds the record for wins for a NFL coach with 347.

Shula is pre-deceased by his wife Dorothy who died of breast cancer in 1991.

Shula is survived by his five children.

R.I.P. Don!
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